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A Quality Barristers Style Bookcase Dating to the Early 20th Century.
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A Quality Barristers Style Bookcase Dating to the Early 20th Century.

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 March 2025 · Designer Antiques4u
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Description

This lovely sectional bookcase cabinet is built by Butterworths in the style of Globe Wernicke. The bookcase features lift up glass doors or each section which keeps the contents away from dust. This a very well made and practical piece of furniture that will be a great addition to a home or office environment.

Depth 30cm and open depth 31cm.

Date of Manufacture

Designer Antiques4u has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
154cm (60.63")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
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SA1102289
Dealers Internal Reference
HF1431
Description
This lovely sectional bookcase cabinet is built by Butterworths in the style of Globe Wernicke. The bookcase features lift up glass doors or each section which keeps the contents away from dust.
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This a very well made and practical piece of furniture that will be a great addition to a home or office environment.
Designer Antiques4u

Depth 30cm and open depth 31cm.

Date of Manufacture

Designer Antiques4u has dated this Antique Oak Barrister Bookcase to the 1920s.

Height
154cm (60.63")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
30cm (11.81")
Reference Numbers
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SA1102289
Dealers Internal Ref
HF1431
Designer Antiques4u
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2020
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A Quality Barristers Style Bookcase Dating to the Early 20th Century.

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A tall, four-tier antique oak barrister bookcase featuring stacked modular sections with glazed up-and-over glass doors.
A quality barristers style bookcase dating to the early 20th century.
Ref: SA1102289
A tall, four-tier antique oak barrister bookcase featuring stacked modular sections with glazed up-and-over glass doors.
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  • ObjectBookcases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Glass, Brass
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsQuarter-sawn oak grain, Glazed up-and-over doors, Modular stacking tiers, Recessed wooden pulls
  • SizeH 154 cm (61 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 30 cm (12 in)

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Barrister bookcases originated in the late 19th century, designed specifically for travelling lawyers who needed a way to transport their law books safely without unpacking them. The modular, stackable design allowed individual tiers to be transported easily.

Authentic period pieces are typically constructed from solid oak, often quarter-sawn to display prominent medullary rays. They feature modular stacking sections with upward-lifting glass doors operated by internal metal scissor-action mechanisms.

Look for dovetailed joints, tongue-and-groove backing, original brass or iron hardware, and patent stamps or maker marks from notable manufacturers like Globe-Wernicke. Older glass often contains subtle imperfections and wavy textures.

Pair the warm wooden tones with neutral walls and contemporary seating to create a balanced study or living room aesthetic. Fill the shelves with a mix of vintage hardbacks, decorative objects, and modern ceramics for a curated look.

Maintain the wood by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the grain, avoiding silicone-based polishes. Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to protect the original finish and prevent the timber from warping.
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